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Aalto University / Master's Programme in Film and Television
This is my first time applying. The...
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- Aalto University - Film and Television Producing MA
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- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 10, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Mar 9, 2026
- Interview Date
- Mar 17, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Apr 8, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Interview Scheduled
NFTS MFA - Producing - 2027
It took me around two weeks to put together my...
- Film Program & Degree
- NFTS - Producing
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Apr 21, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- May 13, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Admitted (Off Waitlist After Interview)
FSU MFA
I was admitted off the waitlist for Producing which was my second choice when applying to the program.
- Film Program & Degree
- Florida State University - MFA Production
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 21, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 6, 2026
- Admitted Off Waitlist Date
- May 11, 2026
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UCLA PRODUCTION / DIRECTING TFT
Interview in two weeks. dont even remember...
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 10, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 23, 2026
Attending (Admitted After Interview)
UCLA MFA PRODUCTION DESIGN
First time
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Production Design MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 1, 2019
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 4, 2020
- Interview Date
- Jan 10, 2020
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 4, 2020
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
Latest Application Comments
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NFTS MFA - Producing - 2027Good luck! 🤞🤞Be sure to change the status to the correct interview status when you have a moment.
- Chris W
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Aalto University / Master's Programme in Film and TelevisionOoh congrats! Please be sure to create an NFTS producing thread or maybe even a general NFTS 2027 thread too...
- Chris W
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Aalto University / Master's Programme in Film and TelevisionI did! Just got the interview invitation from NFTS. Hope for the best on this one.- Selina CHEN
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Aalto University / Master's Programme in Film and TelevisionBummer. Did you apply elsewhere as well?
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Latest Film School Reviews
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Loyola Marymount University - School of Film and Television
Got my foot in the doorOverall, my time at LMU was a genuinely good experience. One of the biggest draws of the program is the atmosphere. Unlike the hyper-competitive environment you might find at a place like USC, LMU fosters a friendly, highly collaborative culture. The small class sizes make it easy to build a... -
Antioch University - Low-residency MFA in Creative Writing
Amazing Program for the Working WriterAntioch is a program that can work for anyone willing to put in the dedication. Being low-residency, this program allows students to build communities while also networking within their chosen career path. Instructors are available for one-on-one projects, feedback, and career advice as they're... -
UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT)
The Best Production Design ProgramI loved this program with my entire being and would do it again without hesitation. The faculty are award-winning filmmakers who have led the industry for decades, and they all know each other. That network is real and it works. I was pulled onto a show immediately after graduation and have... -
University of Utah - Department of Film & Media Arts
Not For DesignersThe film program at the University of Utah left a lot to be desired. For a program that could leverage Utah's growing film industry and stunning locations, it felt surprisingly stagnant. The faculty skews young, which isn't inherently a problem, but when that youth comes paired with limited... -
San Diego State University - School of Theatre, Television, and Film
It's as good as you make itThe access to free professional equipment with little resistance is awesome. A lot of film schools do not allow easy access in this way, and the SDSU inventory is on par with the other film schools in socal, for an extremely reasonable price. Additionally, you actually get to make a short film...
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How to get into Chapman's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts: Tips from the Department of Admissions (Part 1)
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Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts offers top-notch filmmaking courses in a welcoming and close-knit environment. Notable... -
How to Get Into NFTS, the #1 International Film School: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions Department (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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There is no other film school in the United Kingdom more notable than the National Film and Television School (NFTS), an institution renowned for... -
CU Denver Film & Television Program Admissions: Tips from David Liban, Department Chair (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 10 min read
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The University of Colorado Denver is one of the best institutions in the Western US for undergraduate filmmakers. Located in the Mile High City... -
How to Get Into Loyola Marymount School of Film and Television: Tips from Admissions (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television offers more than cutting-edge resources, award-winning faculty and panoramic views —... -
How to Get Into AFI Conservatory: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions Office (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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Ask anyone about where to go to film school, and you’re bound to hear the American Film Institute Conservatory. First established in 1967, AFI is... -
How to Get Into Columbia University Film School: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions and Industry and Outreach Departments (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 12 min read
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The graduate film program at Columbia University School of the Arts is highly acclaimed for its star-studded alumni roster and teaching students...
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UCLA TFT Producers Program, Demystified: Spotlight on Keenan Kunst, Graduate Student
- Alexa Pellegrini
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Keenan Kunst (FilmSchool.org user @KeenanDK) sits behind a cluster of canyons and valleys. His Zoom background reflects his longtime passion for... -
Q & A With Juliana Lee White, FSU CMPA Graduate Production Student
- Alexa Pellegrini
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Established in 1989, Florida State University College of Motion Picture Arts is located in Tallahassee and aims to help students master filmmaking... -
Andrea Zevallos, MFA in Screenwriting Candidate at CSUN, Talks Perseverance, Pedagogy, and the Writing Process
- Alexa Pellegrini
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“I've always loved film and television — TV has been my dream job ever since I was pretty young,” says Andrea Zevallos (FilmSchool.org member... -
Q & A With Kendra Daniels, a Michener Screenwriting Fellow
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For more than 25 years, the Michener Center for Writers has attracted top talent for its selectivity — only two screenwriters are admitted per... -
Zeno (Columbia University MFA '24) on Inspired Storytelling and Unlocking Networking Opportunities (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 17 min read
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After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies from UC Santa Barbara in 2003, @Zeno undertook various projects in the industry that paved the... -
Being Creative in Stillness: A Conversation With Nolan Lampson, Writing for Film & Television Freshman at USC
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 6 min read
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Nolan Lampson (Filmschool.org Member @kukichiyo3) sits in his dorm with his roommate, who is folding laundry and listening to music with AirPods...
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From the Over Describer to the Compulsive Recapper: Eight Screenwriting Mess-ups to Avoid
- GPCW Screenwriting
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Many of the most common mistakes found in screenplays are also easy to rectify. So if you are working on a screenplay of your own, make sure that... -
Flashbacks vs. Monologues and Other Points of Contention
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By James Napoli. Flashbacks Nothing provokes a more knee-jerk “don’t do it” reaction from screenwriters than the decision to include one or more... -
Surprise or Suspense
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By James Napoli As the head of our Screenwriting MFA at Western, I thought it would be interesting to post some articles on screencraft for your... -
Wrapped my third semester and started my fourth at Stony Brook
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Favorite Class: Producing with Summer Shelton Summer is a working professional who taught the basics of line producing. We used Movie Magic... -
My Second Year at Stony Brook
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I'm checking into FilmSchool.org during one of my very few nights off. I'm streaming THE WRONG PARIS on Netflix and it's hitting all it's Netflix... -
That’s a wrap on my first year of graduate film school at Stony Brook.
- briolson
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Last night, our class screened our rough cuts for our Production 1 films. We had snacks and cheered and some people had to rush off to help a...
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ESRA New York Program Scholarship
ESRA Film School offers to up to 5 applicants a reduction of tuition fees for a one year intensive Filmmaking program in New York city in...- Deadline
- Jul 17, 2026
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- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $5000
- Academic Requirements
- High School Senior
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- College Freshman
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- Academic Specialization
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Stony Brook Manhattan's MFA in TV Writing
Tuition remission and annual stipend available to reduce an already low tuition. With a .25 scholarship, in state tuition is basically free and...- Deadline
- May 15, 2026
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- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $40000
- Academic Requirements
- No Requirement
- Academic Specialization
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- None
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- TVProf
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- Clicks: 13
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Write & Direct Online Film School
Once a month a full 12-month access scholarship is awarded to a filmmaker who best fits the Write & Direct training.- Deadline
- Jul 11, 2025
- Award Type
- Full Tuition
- Academic Requirements
- No Requirement
- Academic Specialization
- No specialization required
- Citizenship Requirements
- US Citizen
- Canadian Citizen
- Regional Requirements
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Stony Brook University (SUNY) - Partial and full ride scholarships
Full and partial scholarships for strong portfolios submitted by domestic and international Filmmakers and TV Writers- Deadline
- Jan 15, 2025
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- Full Tuition
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $46200
- Academic Requirements
- Attending a Graduate Program
- Min 3.0 GPA
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- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 87
- Views: 3K
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Columbia College Chicago Excellence in Film and Television Scholarship
Columbia College Chicago is one of the top film schools in the Midwestern US. Its Excellence in Film and Television Scholarship was established to...- Deadline
- Mar 1, 2024
- Award Type
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $2500
- Academic Requirements
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- Academic Specialization
- Film
- Television
- Citizenship Requirements
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- Regional Requirements
- Illinois
- Identity Requirements
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Loyola Marymount University - School of Film and TelevisionGot my foot in the doorOverall, my time at LMU was a genuinely good experience. One of the biggest draws of the program is the atmosphere. Unlike the hyper-competitive...
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Antioch University - Low-residency MFA in Creative WritingAmazing Program for the Working WriterAntioch is a program that can work for anyone willing to put in the dedication. Being low-residency, this program allows students to build...
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UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT)The Best Production Design ProgramI loved this program with my entire being and would do it again without hesitation. The faculty are award-winning filmmakers who have led the...
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University of Utah - Department of Film & Media ArtsNot For DesignersThe film program at the University of Utah left a lot to be desired. For a program that could leverage Utah's growing film industry and stunning...
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San Diego State University - School of Theatre, Television, and FilmIt's as good as you make itThe access to free professional equipment with little resistance is awesome. A lot of film schools do not allow easy access in this way, and the...
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